shot-button
BMC Elections 2026 BMC Elections 2026
Home > Sports News > Other Sports News > Article > India rugby gets big boost

India rugby gets big boost

Updated on: 29 July,2016 07:25 AM IST  | 
A Correspondent |

Rugby received a boost with French financial services major Societe Generale announcing its long term partnership with Rugby India to promote the game in the country

India rugby gets big boost

Members of the national men's and women's rugby teams in their new jerseys at Bombay Gymkhana yesterday. Pic/Pradeep Dhivar

Rugby received a boost with French financial services major Societe Generale announcing its long term partnership with Rugby India to promote the game in the country.

Members of the national men
Members of the national men's and women's rugby teams in their new jerseys at Bombay Gymkhana yesterday. Pic/Pradeep Dhivar


The sponsor comes on board as the financial partner of Rugby India and title sponsor of the Indian National Rugby Sevens Team' across all categories — senior, junior and women.



The announcement was made at the Bombay Gymkhana, one of the homes to Indian rugby yesterday. Present at the function was rugby player and actor Rahul Bose.

Societe Generale has also extended financial support to World Rugby's 'Get Into Rugby' (GIR) programme, an initiative for Rugby India to teach rugby at schools and motivate children to get into the sport.

"Exciting news! Mid-day is now on WhatsApp Channels Subscribe today by clicking the link and stay updated with the latest news!" Click here!

Did you find this article helpful?

Yes
No

Help us improve further by providing more detailed feedback and stand a chance to win a 3-month e-paper subscription! Click Here

Note: Winners will be selected via a lucky draw.

Help us improve further by providing more detailed feedback and stand a chance to win a 3-month e-paper subscription! Click Here

Note: Winners will be selected via a lucky draw.


Mid-Day Web Stories

Mid-Day Web Stories

This website uses cookie or similar technologies, to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalised recommendations. By continuing to use our website, you agree to our Privacy Policy and Cookie Policy. OK